Category: Mixing

Mixing Guitar: Full-Bodied Tone in 7 Easy Steps

January 24, 2018

Many people underestimate the importance of the electric guitar in a mix. They can make your mix thick, powerful, and exciting. When mixed properly, they add

15 Best Amp Simulators of 2023 (Most Realistic Amp Sims)

August 7, 2017

With thousands of amp sims on the market it’s hard to figure out which one’s right for you. So to help you find the perfect

Mixing Low End: 8 Low End Tips You NEED to Know

May 29, 2017

Getting the low end right isn’t easy. Your speakers, your room and your headphones are tricking you. But when you DO get the low end

Sidechain Compression: 5 Tricks for a Better Mix

March 21, 2017

Sidechain compression is an extremely confusing but powerful tool that every producer has at their fingertips. It’s an incredible tool for creativity (I’m looking at you,

Parallel Compression: 8 Tips for Pro Mixes

March 6, 2017

Want your mixes to sound full and more controlled? Compression is the foundation of a steady, professional sounding mix. But it’s really easy to go

How to Write, Record and Mix Music (Ultimate Workflow)

December 16, 2016

“My single biggest challenge is feeling overwhelmed when I sit down to start a new project. Where do I start?” This question from a reader

Ear Training: Train Your Ears in 3 Easy Steps

November 17, 2016

Golden ears are a myth. As long as you have never damaged your hearing, your ears are just as good as the best mixers in

Backwards Mixing: How Mixing in Reverse Leads to Better, Faster Mixes

November 14, 2016

Have you ever considered mixing backwards? Rather than starting with individual channels – or the fundamentals (like the kick and bass)… You could mix in